21/06/2026
Hot Days at Bandhavgarh
Even at 7:30 AM, the heat is intense. The grass has faded, and while most trees have shed their leaves, a few still cling to their green.
We spotted the 'Ra' family—a mother and her three cubs. One of the cubs was particularly restless, even charging our vehicle. The relentless temperature spares no one, and the family spend their time roaming in search of shade and water holes to escape the midday sun. Their hunt will likely wait until the cooler late evening or night hours.
Yet, amid the dry, barren grass, a single bright red flower blooms—a vivid splash of hope.